Adventurous Entrepreneurs

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , “website investor” Matt Raad reveals how he and his wife Liz turned a zoology degree and one near-disastrous bricks-and-mortar acquisition into a multi-million-dollar portfolio of cash-flowing online businesses. Matt breaks down: Why websites are today’s most flexible asset class —and how they stack up against traditional real estate The exact due-dil...

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , I sit down with Christian Jack—sales coach, growth consultant, and founder of The Sales Dojo—who’s helped scale businesses to eight figures and coached hundreds of professionals on mastering the art of influence, persuasion, and high-performance sales. Christian shares his journey from high school music teacher to sales expert, including the powerful...

In this raw and real episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Elliott Holland—Harvard MBA, due diligence expert, and founder of Guardian Due Diligence—to debunk the myths plaguing the business acquisition space. Forget the Instagram hype and “no money down” dream deals. Elliott is here to cut through the noise and share what it actually takes to buy a business—successfully, safely,...

In this powerhouse episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Dr. Tracy Gapin—founder of the Gapin Institute, best-selling author, and pioneer in men’s health optimization and longevity. A former urologist turned high-performance health strategist, Dr. Gapin shares how he went from burnout and brain fog to becoming a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, executives, and elite athletes wh...

What does it really take to break free from the 9–5, overcome your past, and build a 7-figure business from scratch? In this powerful episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Justin Cao — a Vietnamese-born entrepreneur, Amazon FBA expert, and founder of AMZ Shifu — to unpack the raw, unfiltered story behind his rise from pain to purpose. Justin shares how the loss of his father, ye...

In this episode, I sit down with James R. Brown—a husband, father, lawyer, and business builder who refused to accept the traditional path of burnout as the cost of success. From working the GM assembly line through law school, to founding a law firm that grew to $8 million in revenue without ever working past 4:30pm , James shares how he built a life-first business by design, not default. You'll...

In this powerhouse episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , I sit down with M.C. Laubscher—entrepreneur, investor, bestselling author, and the creator of Cashflow Ninja —to dive deep into alternative wealth strategies that every business owner should understand. M.C. shares his incredible journey from growing up in a volatile South Africa to building multiple businesses in the U.S., launching a top-...

What if your business was built around your life—not the other way around? In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Joe Rando—serial entrepreneur, software innovator, and champion of solopreneurs—to unpack what it really takes to build a business that supports the lifestyle you want. From early real estate ventures and the dot-com crash to founding multiple tech startups an...

In this powerful episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Nina Sossamon-Pogue—an elite gymnast turned Emmy-winning journalist, tech executive, bestselling author, and resilience speaker—for a raw and inspiring conversation about navigating life’s biggest plot twists. From falling short of the Olympics to blowing out her knee in college, losing her anchor job, and rising again throu...

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , I sit down with Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases, to talk about how small businesses, startups, and even solo entrepreneurs can tap into the power of press releases to build credibility, visibility, and momentum—without breaking the bank. Mickie shares the story behind founding eReleases over 26 years ago, after realizing most small businesses wer...

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , I sit down with Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases, to talk about how small businesses, startups, and even solo entrepreneurs can tap into the power of press releases to build credibility, visibility, and momentum—without breaking the bank. Mickie shares the story behind founding eReleases over 26 years ago, after realizing most small businesses wer...

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , TJ sits down with Adam Chronister—digital marketing strategist, AI innovator, real estate investor, and founder of Enleaf. Adam shares how a soul-crushing job lit the fire that led him to build a thriving agency, embrace AI before it was mainstream, and design a lifestyle centered around freedom, travel, and family. You’ll hear the raw story behind hi...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Kay Miller, bestselling author, sales expert, and creator of the "Uncopyable" framework. Known for her remarkable journey from being one of the first women in the automotive exhaust industry (earning her the unforgettable nickname "Muffler Mama") to becoming the top national salesperson, Kay shares invaluable insights into building a per...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Robert Fukui & Kay Lee Fukui. In this insightful episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , we sit down with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, founders of Power Couples by Design and co-authors of the book Tandem . Together, they share their journey from corporate careers to working as a married couple in business, offering valuable insights on...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Theodore (TJ) Van Gerven. In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , host TJ Murphy chats with a fellow T.J.,  Theodore (TJ) Van Gerven, founder of Memento Financial Planning, to explore the keys to building financial independence, managing wealth as a millennial, and creating a life of intentional freedom. T.J. shares his personal j...

In this episode of Adventurous Entrepreneurs , I’m joined by Leslie Hassler, founder of Your Biz Rules, business scaling expert, and author of the upcoming book Scaling Rich . Leslie shares her transformative journey from accidental entrepreneurship to becoming a sought-after advisor helping entrepreneurs create freedom-generating businesses. We dive into the art of redefining success, breaking fr...

Joining TJ Murphy on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Tom Schwab, founder of Interview Valet and a trailblazer in podcast interview marketing. Tom’s journey is anything but conventional—he’s gone from running nuclear power plants in the Navy to direct sales and ultimately building a thriving business helping thought leaders amplify their voices through podcast guesting. Tom shares th...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Bianca Lysette. Bianca Lysette is a Manifestation & Mindset Coach and Brain Chemistry Guru, dedicated to empowering individuals through customized manifestation strategies. With a deep understanding of brain chemistry and the subtle dynamics of energy manipulation, Bianca expertly guides her clients in transforming their lives. She s...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Bianca Sprague. Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness in families, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and family experiences. Bianca cha...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Mark Dambrosio. Mark grew up in Orange Park, Florida, where he spent his free time in the outdoors hunting and fishing. At 22, he joined the Marine Corps in pursuit of a new career. Mark spent close to 10 years conducting Special Operations for the reconnaissance and scout sniper communities, where he pushed himself mentally and physical...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Benjamin Morone. Benjamin Moróne is an American entrepreneur and innovator based in Warsaw. After graduating from university, Ben traveled across Europe and observed several issues within the recruitment industry, including their fee structures, guarantees of results, and their sources of talent. From that moment, he founded Zabota, a ta...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Travis Reill. Travis is an inspiring elementary school teacher turned writer with a passion for mountain biking. After a transformative experience rediscovering the sport during a pivotal time in his life, Travis channeled his newfound passion into a thriving career in mountain bike journalism. He uses his unique journey to inspire other...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Norman Wolfe. Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Norman is a luminary in business transformation, dedicating his career to redefining how organizations operate. With a rich history as a CEO, Corporate Director, and advisor, he has catalyzed growth and innovation in numerous sectors. Norman's groundbreaking work, "The Living Organization...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Blair Nichols. A seasoned expert in strategic speaking and the owner of BBN Creative Management, Blair began his impressive career in New York at the HarperCollins Speakers Bureau, and has since led speaker bureaus at Hachette and Simon & Schuster for GTN, now known as UTA Speakers.  His expertise flourished under the mentorship of K...

Joining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Jonathan Baktari. Dr. Baktari is the CEO of eNational Testing, e7 Health, & US Drug Test Centers and brings over 20 years of clinical, administrative, and entrepreneurial experience. He has been a triple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonary, and critical care medicine.  Dr. Baktari is a preeminent, n...